Valio R&D is one of the most highly regarded food industry research units in the world. Adopting the most rigorous scientific criteria, Valio's research tradition is based on the groundwork laid by the historic achievements of former Valio Laboratory Director, Nobel laureate Professor A.I. Virtanen.
Valio’s R&D capability is unique and all the more impressive given the company’s size in relation to the major global food industry players. Drawing on science based research, Valio creates genuine innovations rather than imitate existing concepts. Valio is also a pioneer in researching the health effects of functional foods.
With a staff of around 160, Valio R&D has proven outstandingly innovative. R&D investment for 2009 totalled EUR 18 million.
Development expertise turns innovation into tasty dairy products that make a genuine contribution to human health, pleasure and well-being. Valio has spearheaded research on probiotics, described as beneficial bacteria that combine naturally with the fermented milk products we consume every day.
Valio is a global pioneer in the dairy industry. Products manufactured employing Valio expertise are sold in 65 countries.
Valio's research tradition is based on the groundwork laid by the historic achievements of former Valio Laboratory Director, Nobel laureate Professor
A.I. Virtanen.
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